HOLMENKOL is a specialist for surface coatings in sports and the oldest ski wax brand in the world. The company also stands for top performance in textile care - "Made in Germany". HOLMENKOL has been a specialist in chemical surface coatings in sports since 1922. In addition to the best quality and user-friendly tools, HOLMENKOL convinces with its expertise and athletes with valuable wax and care tips and tricks to the side.
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Commitment to sustainability – for HOLMENKOL a mission that arises from the company’s identity. "We live outdoors, we love outdoors, we are outdoors," says Pupp. "Nature is our playground - that's why we have to protect it." This principle applies to the entire Natural range, whose products carry the eco-label – another unique selling point. They are biodegradable in accordance with OECD 301. More than 60 percent of the ingredients are degraded after 28 days. And with these products, winter sports enthusiasts don't even have to compromise on performance.
Sustainability from production to packaging. For HOLMENKOL, sustainability does not end with the products’ ingredients. The Natural range’s packaging is also very important. They all already have the green dot and can be disposed of in the yellow bin or yellow sack. HOLMENKOL is also gradually replacing all packaging and increasingly using recycled materials. These are plastics that have already been recycled at least once. By the end of 2020, more than 60 percent of HOLMENKOL's boxes and bottles for all products will be made of these recycled materials.
HOLMENKOL also keeps an eye on production with regard to working methods that conserve resources. "Made in Germany" is an important principle for the ski wax manufacturer with its production facility near Münster/North Rhine-Westphalia, which allows for short delivery routes. The use of green electricity and the in-house photovoltaic system also ensure low energy consumption. Every day we are working on further reducing the consumption of energy, water and waste. As a result, we were able to save up to five tonnes of waste, 70,000 kWh of electricity, 16.8 tonnes of CO2 and 375 cubic metres of water in one year. HOLMENKOL wants to resolutely continue pursuing this path.
Fluorine-free on the slope: new wax range from HOLMENKOL Whether professional or part-time: manufacturer HOLMENKOL now makes environmentally friendly waxing possible for all skiers Sustainability begins in the small things, the details. Just like the perfect skiing enjoyment. HOLMENKOL shows where both begin: the ski wax. It forms the basis for the best times on the slopes, for fun AND for responsibility towards nature. For winter 2021/22, the company presents the FF series, a completely fluorine-free wax for competitive sportspeople and ambitious athletes. The only right step for HOLMENKOL, the world’s first eco-certified ski wax manufacturer. Fluorine-free: Top performance and environmental protection on the slopes From amateur to top-level sport: HOLMENKOL has a complete collection of environmentally friendly waxes Cross-country skiers want to glide quickly and easily across the slopes. But there is more involved. Nature and responsibility are involved.
A wax must provide skiers with optimal support. It must make the difference. In every respect. With the right wax, the ski offers the perfect experience on the descent. At the same time, however, it must make its contribution to the protection of the environment – at least for ski wax manufacturer HOLMENKOL. “To us, sustainability is not just a word,” stresses Business Director Timo Fleischmann. “It is THE topic for us; it has been for a long time and is even more so now.” Fluorine ban: challenge gladly accepted Since mid-2020, the use of fluorinated substances has been strictly regulated. The raw material will also disappear completely from competitive sport. It was time to replace formulas that for decades have provided for the best times on the slopes. The future: waxes without fluorine, but also without any loss in performance. Because top performance tolerates no compromises. “This presented us with a major challenge,” says Timo Fleischmann. “However, we accepted this challenge very gladly.” HOLMENKOL supports the European Union’s decision to ban certain fluorine compounds 100 per cent. “There was no alternative,” emphasises Fleischmann. The company has long pursued the path of sustainability. In 2019, the Natural series was completely revised and re-established. In 2020, HOLMENKOL becomes the world’s first SWAN eco-certified ski wax manufacturer. Now the team is developing the new FF wax series. A fluorine-free collection for racing that helps competitive athletes produce top times. Thus, HOLMENKOL has a complete collection of environmentally friendly ski waxes.
FF ski wax range: top performance completely without fluorine FF: The name stands for Fluorine Free, “Or for fast and furious – that would also fit very well, at any rate,” says Timo Fleischmann. For behind the new FF ski wax range is high tech for speed and top performance on the slope – completely without fluorine. Professional athletes have already spent two years testing the FF series at the Ski World Cup. Their feedback went directly into the development of the products. The six liquid waxes and five fluorine-free paraffin waxes are the result of the Syntec project, the development of the company’s own raw materials and top products at its in-house laboratory and in close cooperation with professionals. The waxes can be grouped into two categories: SYNTEC ff1 liquid waxes for racing consist of three high performance liquid waxes for different weather conditions and are ideal as a finish before the start of the race. Ambitious athletes will find the right products among the SYNTEC ff2 liquid waxes: also three performance liquid waxes for various temperatures. They offer maximum performance with an uncomplicated finish.
Natural ski wax: respecting the environment Whoever wants to enjoy nature has to respect it. And that means protecting it. In line with this principle, HOLMENKOL has developed the patented Natural ski wax collection, a biodegradable ski wax line (according to OECD 301). Its products bear the organic label, a unique selling proposition. More than 60 per cent of the ingredients are degraded after 28 days. Once again, environmental friendliness does not come at the expense of performance. The products are distinguished by their uncomplicated and fast application: apply in a thin layer, wait a while, and polish with the felt. Done. They can be used 24/7 – any day, in any weather. Thus, skiers can concentrate fully on their passion: skiing. And with a good conscience. Where HOLMENKOL has long focused on sustainability
At HOLMENKOL, the features organic and sustainable are not limited to ingredients. The company thinks of sustainability as a cycle. At HOLMENKOL, organic begins in production. The Natural series is “made in Germany”, with the manufacturing plant close to Muenster, North Rhine-Westphalia, making short delivery routes possible. Eco-power and the company’s own photovoltaic plant ensure responsible energy production. The consumption of energy, water and waste is to be continuously reduced. HOLMENKOL has already been able to save up to five tons of waste, 70,000 kWh of electricity, 16.8 tons of CO2 and 375 cubic metres of water in one year.
Organic also applies to the Natural range’s packaging. They have the green dot and can be disposed of in the yellow bin or yellow sack. The process is constantly being developed. HOLMENKOL is gradually replacing plastic packaging. Ski wax boxes and bottles for textile care products increasingly consist of recycled material. These are plastics that have been recycled at least once already. Product manager Florian Pupp emphasises: “We will continue to pursue this path.” Soluble detergent capsules, fluorine-free impregnation The principle of naturalness also covers textile care products. For example, soluble detergent capsules – unique in sports retail – in the form of Textile Wash Natural Capsules are part of the product range. Here, sustainable raw materials are used. HOLMENKOL has also long been mindful of the environment when it comes to impregnation. The fluorine-free spray impregnation Natural Proof renews the water-repellent properties of all membrane textiles. HOLMENKOL has developed Natural Active Wax for environmentally responsible yet at the same time high-quality shoe care. It is biologically degradable and suitable for all hiking and outdoor shoes.
HOLMENKOL becomes first eco-certified ski wax manufacturer worldwide!
Product awarded with Nordic SWAN Ecolabel – consistent commitment to environmental protection This has never happened before: HOLMENKOL is the first eco-certified ski wax manufacturer. A milestone in history, but by no means the end. Because the company is resolutely pursuing its path towards sustainable and responsible products. In nature – for nature. The pioneering work can even be seen in the name. 2106 0001 – this number identifies the Nordic SWAN Ecolabel awarded to HOLMENKOL. The figure 0001 proves it: HOLMENKOL is the first ski wax manufacturer in the world to receive a licence for the renowned Scandinavian certificate. "For us, this is a milestone in the company's history and in our commitment to environmental protection," says Timo Fleischmann, Business Director Sales & Brand. HOLMENKOL participated in the long and intensive certification phase with the Natural Skiwax Bar. The criteria are strict. The Nordic SWAN Ecolabel, which is particularly important in Scandinavia, is only awarded to extremely environmentally conscious products in a wide variety of areas. Performance plays an important role at the same time. For example, the gliding properties of eco-waxes have to be just as impressive as those of slightly fluorinated waxes. The Natural Skiwax Bar meets all the criteria: it is biodegradable but environmental protection is not at the expense of performance, so athletes do not have to make any compromises. "Performance with a clear conscience," says Florian Pupp, Sales Manager Germany and Product Manager.
Thor Hirsch, project manager at Nordic Ecolabel, is also convinced of HOLMENKOL and its path. "We at Nordic Ecolabel are very happy to be able to award our partner HOLMENKOL the first SWAN certificate in the ski wax sector," he says. "For us, as a Norwegian company, the name Holmenkol is associated with a long tradition in skiing." The entire Natural range is biodegradable! Commitment to sustainability – for HOLMENKOL a mission that arises from the company’s identity. "We live outdoors, we love outdoors, we are outdoors," says Pupp. "Nature is our playground - that's why we have to protect it."
This principle applies to the entire Natural range, whose products carry the eco-label – another unique selling point. They are biodegradable in accordance with OECD 301. More than 60 percent of the ingredients are degraded after 28 days. And with these products, winter sports enthusiasts don't even have to compromise on performance. They are also distinguished by their simple and quick application: apply thinly, wait a short time and then polish with felt. Done. They can be used 24/7, on any day, in any weather.
Sustainability from production to packaging
For HOLMENKOL, sustainability does not end with the products’ ingredients. The Natural range’s packaging is also very important. They all already have the green dot and can be disposed of in the yellow bin or yellow sack. HOLMENKOL is also gradually replacing all packaging and increasingly using recycled materials. These are plastics that have already been recycled at least once. By the end of 2020, more than 60 percent of HOLMENKOL's boxes and bottles for all products will be made of these recycled materials. HOLMENKOL also keeps an eye on production with regard to working methods that conserve resources. "Made in Germany" is an important principle for the ski wax manufacturer with its production facility near Münster/North Rhine-Westphalia, which allows for short delivery routes. The use of green electricity and the in-house photovoltaic system also ensure low energy consumption. Every day we are working on further reducing the consumption of energy, water and waste. As a result, we were able to save up to five tonnes of waste, 70,000 kWh of electricity, 16.8 tonnes of CO2 and 375 cubic metres of water in one year. HOLMENKOL wants to resolutely continue pursuing this path.
HOLMENKOL and it's WorldRacing Team and specialists are supporting the Teams and Serviceman at all Olympics, Ski World Championships, championships and all the highlights during a ski winter.
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Racers get extensive information with the HOLMENKOl RaceGuides. Hundreds of skiers listen to the many Specialist seminars by the HOLMENKOL experts.
Seit Jahrzehnten ist HOLMENKOL im alpinen Skizirkus unterwegs, unterstützt knapp 50 Nationalteams weltweit und arbeitet mit den besten Athleten und Serviceleuten der Welt zusammen. Kein Servicemann wird sich von anderen Kriterien als den nackten Fakten überzeugen lassen: Das beste Material wird verwendet und gewinnt! Aber: Top Performance an der Leistungsgrenze gibt es nur durch das richtige Zusammenspiel von ausgesuchten Spitzenprodukten und der richtigen Anwendung.
Ob im Biathlon, in den klassischen nordischen Disziplinen oder im Skisprung – In Jahrzehnten, in denen HOLMENKOL bereits im nordischen Weltcup-Zirkus unterwegs ist, haben wir gemeinsam mit den Athleten und Serviceleuten im Hundertstel-Bereich getüftelt, mit dem Ziel die Latte immer höher zu legen.
